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CT HB07132
Bill
Status
6/9/2025
Primary Sponsor
Judiciary Committee
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AI Summary
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License plates must be "substantially unobscured" rather than "entirely" unobscured, defined as readable by a reasonable person or electronic device; rear plates may now be displayed against rear windows if legible
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Police cannot stop vehicles solely for cannabis consumption violations unless the officer both observes active cannabis use by the operator and detects the odor of burnt cannabis
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Driving over 100 mph becomes a separate offense with enhanced penalties: $200-$600 fine and/or up to 30 days imprisonment for first offense; up to $1,000 fine and/or one year imprisonment for subsequent offenses, plus mandatory 48-hour vehicle impoundment for repeat offenders
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Grace period for expired vehicle registration extended from 30 to 60 days before full penalties apply
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Vehicles with one working headlight receive a warning for first offense instead of an infraction; all provisions take effect October 1, 2025
Legislative Description
An Act Concerning Non-safety-related Traffic Stops, Driving While Consuming Cannabis And Excessive Reckless Driving.
Last Action
Signed by the Governor
6/9/2025